Cities Near Broomfield
Cities near Broomfield, Colorado: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Westminster, Boulder, Lakewood. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Broomfield, Colorado is Westminster, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 21 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster | 6 mi / 10 km | 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Boulder | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lakewood | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Longmont | 17 mi / 27 km | 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Aurora | 19 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Centennial | 26 mi / 42 km | 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Loveland | 33 mi / 53 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Castle Rock | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Greeley | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Fort Collins | 46 mi / 74 km | 1 hr 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Broomfield
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Westminster, Boulder, Lakewood, Longmont, Aurora. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Broomfield include Westminster, Boulder, Lakewood, Longmont, Aurora. The closest is Westminster, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.